June 15, 2025, entered in the Suzette Richards "For the Story" contest,
placed 2nd
Jack handed Julie a box of chocolates and launched into a plea for forgiveness. “I’m SO sorry about that other woman ---” “TWO women!” “I’ve changed. I love you. I’ll never cheat again.” “I forgive you, baby. Let’s have some wine with those chocolates.” “Hmmm---this wine tastes funny.” 48 words
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